Lynda.com is one of our favorite video-based online learning sites, and for the next couple of weeks they're offering up a free lesson on Windows 8. We've walked you through the new stuff in Windows 8, but if you're looking for an in-depth guide to the consumer preview, here it is, free of charge.

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The lesson goes over pretty much everything you'll need to know to get started and get a handle on what's new. This includes things like going through the installation process on your machine, whether it's physical or virtual, using the new boot menu, getting the hang of metro apps, customizing the start screen, and changing settings. It'll also help you figure out where to go next. The lesson is only a little over an hour long, so it won't take you long to get acquainted. It's only free for a few weeks, so if you're not a Lynda subscriber you should check it out now.